Are Aaron Wiggins and Andrew Wiggins related? Everything you need to know about the 25-year-old OKC Thunder star

Well, Wiggins has become a household name in the basketball world. The credit obviously goes to former number one pick Andrew Wiggins, who has been a star in this league for ten years. But there's another player in OKC with the same last name who's starting to get some attention. Yes, we're talking about Aaron Wiggins. Since they share the same last name and have the same profession, there is a common misconception among fans that the two stars are brothers or come from the same family.

I hate to break it to you, but their last name and profession are the only two similarities Aaron and Andrew share. So NO, they are not related at all. What's even more surprising is that they weren't even born in the same country. Well, the Warriors star holds Canadian nationality and took his first breath in Thornhill, Ontario. Aaron has now lived his entire life in the United States, having been born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina. And there is also a four-year age difference between them.

Although Andrew is not his brother, Aaron was blessed with four siblings: Joshua, Shekinah, Zacchaeus, and Imanai. And he has two loving parents: Serena and Tim Wiggins, who helped him achieve his basketball dream. Just like him, Andrew also has a large family as he is one of the six children of Marita Payne-Wiggins and Mitchell Wiggins. Well, his three sisters are Stephanie, Taya and Angelica. Mitchell Jr. and Nick are now his two brothers. Now that it's clear that Andew and Aaron are not related, let's dive deeper into the Thunder star's journey to the NBA.

From idolizing Kobe Bryant to being part of the Thunder's young core

As Aaron grew older, he fell in love with the game of basketball and considered Kobe Bryant his sports hero. He began his career at Grimsley High School and soon transferred to Wesleyan Christian Academy. And hoping to stay close to his family and home, he decided to study at the University of Maryland. He then spent the next three years playing for the Terrapins, and his play improved each season.

Well, he started as a backup and averaged just 8.3 points in his first year. But by the time he reached his junior year, Aaron increased his average to 14.5 points. And he even developed into a great rebounder and playmaker, making him an all-around star. In addition to being a college basketball sensation, Aaron was also very musically inclined as a child and could even play the trombone and piano. And his versatility doesn't end there as he also starred in plays like The Wizard of Oz and practiced several dance styles throughout her childhood. Indeed a real all-rounder.

But it was obvious his true calling lay in basketball when Aaron was named the Big Ten Conference Sixth Man of the Year four years ago. And a year later, he also received honorable mention All-Big Ten honors. In fact, three years in college was enough for NBA scouts to notice him, and he was drafted No. 55 by the Thunder three years ago. Since then, Aaron has become an important member of the team's young core.

Yes, he's not a superstar yet and spends most of his time coming off the bench. But his performance has continued to improve each season. Just last year, he averaged nearly seven points per minute and helped the team to a top spot in the West. In the first playoffs of his career, he averaged a solid 6.2 points and over three rebounds. And rather than fret about his limited playing time, the youngster is all about making the most of the opportunities that come his way.

Aaron Wiggins is prepared for any situation after an exciting $47 million move

While many would think that Aaron might have a problem with constantly coming off the bench, he recently revealed that it wasn't a big problem. “I just try to be prepared for any situation I get into.” In addition, he has clear priorities, “When I come into the game, I'm not trying to maybe score a certain number of points or anything like that. I go there with the mindset of helping the team achieve the result they want, which is a win.” And just like last season, he wants to help his team achieve the ultimate goal. “I’m ready to go out there and do my best and hopefully help my team get a W.”

Well, he's certainly being rewarded for his commitment and consistency, as Aaron signed a five-year, $47 million contract extension this summer to solidify his future with OKC. A huge contract for a late second-round pick. And he revealed that he celebrated the occasion with his loved ones, “Yeah man, it was great. When all this happened, my family was with me, they were all by my side and I mean, it's just an exciting moment.” With a bright future ahead, he definitely wants to have something in common with Andrew Wiggins, the title of NBA champion.